In the past two weeks, Pastor Sue has gone through many different assessments. Amazingly, we see a significant improvement in her overall situation. Thank you for all your prayer and accompany with her in this journey. We truly experienced God’s healing power! We exalt Him and give Him all the glory. Following are some updates that we would like to share with you:
Test Results:
1. Liver function indexes have dropped and are almost going back to the normal levels.
2. MRI result show extraordinary improvement in brain metastasis; many lesions in the brain have disappeared: It shows much clearer image from the previous one.
3. CT scan result shows the original lower-right lung lump (2.7 cm in length) is no longer visible. Only some scattered small nodules are left but significantly shrink in size.
4. Bone scan result still shows bone metastasis; however, her oncologist believes that overall it is improving, based on the blood test reading.
5. Water retention in her right lung is draining slowly, but still presents.
Treatment Plan:
1. All tests results show Tarceva is extremely effective for the past two months. She will continue to take Tarceva without interruption.
2. Since her MRI shows significant improvement in her brain, radiation therapy is not required.
3. She has to continue to evaluate the side effects of Xgeva (injection to prevent bone fracture) and consider other options if needed. Her second injection will be on next Monday..
Prayer items:
1. First of all, we need to thank God for what He has done! He truly has accomplished great things for us!
2. Next, we need to focus our prayers on her bone metastasis. May God use all the treatments she is receiving to strengthen her bones and control her bone metastasis; protect her from any bone fracture/osteoporosis, yet continue to kill the tumor cells.
3. Pastor Sue’s thighs and arms are starting to hurt due to weakness of the bones or possible side effects from Xgeva. May God ease her pains/discomforts and enable her to do her daily routines. At the same time, minimize the side effects (difficulty of breathing and legs cramps), after next injection.
4. The water retention in her lung is still bothering her. May God help drain the water quickly and naturally.
5. Continue to pray for God’s complete healing upon Pastor Sue.
Hear my prayer, Lord;
listen to my cry for mercy.
When I am in distress, I call to you,
because you answer me
Psalms 86:6-7
